Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Do you ever have one of those problem walls in your house that you can't seem to get quite right? I have a whole room dedicated to this :) Its my front room. That poor room has changed more times there are months in a year. Although, I think I've finally have it the way I want and then again, I seem to say that a lot. lol

But for now, the only thing in the room that has been bugging me lately is a single wall. I just can't figure out what to do there. That wall has probably been changed more times than the room. What I really need is a huge bureau where I can put all my coats and vacuum in, but I can only wish :)

Well, I think I finally solved the probably with these babies.... sans the bureau.

It adds the perfect amount of cottagey-sea-esque feel without being overbearing. It also offers the perfect place for much needed accessories.

And the best thing? I used scrap wood to make them. Luckily, I had a lot of scrap wood. :) lol

So, to start off, you just need to create a box with the wood. Cut two pieces of wood the same size for the smaller sides, and again for the longer sides. Then line them up in a box like shape, secure them with some wood glue and a nail gun.

Next, measure some slats at the same size as the small edges, line them up on one of the open ends, and secure.

I did two boxes the same size, and another one a bit smaller.

Next was to paint them.

And then to hang them on the wall. I found the studs, and put a screw in through two of the slats.

And there you have it! You have no idea how much better this looks than the before....

See, told ya? I was right huh? The before was...ummmm...how should I say it. Left a little to be desired? lol

And the after. A little better? It matches the rest of the room now. Which, by the way, is in the process of another update. lol. Not a big one, but still. One of these days I tell you, one of these days....

This is how they look from the side when you first enter the room. You can see the slats on the back, which I love. It adds to the charm a little bit.

And there you go! This room is finally a bit more welcoming...and a lot brighter! I'll have to show ya'll the other updates which have also made a big difference :) Don't you just love high impact, free projects??

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